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Last Chance to Cheers for Beers!

As “American Spirits: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition,” draws to a close, the National Constitution Center threw one last event to celebrate the exhibit. The night’s theme was the “Beer Act” of 1933, which legalized beer prior to Prohibition’s repeal. Each guest was equipped with a mini logo beer mug and offered tastings from […]

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Flavors of the Avenue

1 Comment / Restaurants & Bars / By Victoria Lam

Recently named Food & Wine Magazine’s “Top 10 Foodie Streets in America,” East Passyunk Avenue invites you to South Philly’s finest foodie event, Flavors of the Avenue. The best part is that you don’t have to visit each individual restaurant; they’ll all meet you on the Avenue between Dickinson and Morris! You’ll be able to try

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Philly PR Girl Sponsors the First Ever Beergasm Event

2 Comments / Non-Profits, Restaurants & Bars / By Victoria Lam

At the end of March, Philly PR Girl was very excited to be sponsoring the first ever Philly Beergasm at Yards Brewing Company. We were joined by many other great sponsors including the fabulous Beer Cakes Philly, Collaborate Philly, Philly In Focus, and Drink Philly – just to name a few. It was a no

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Shut Up & Dance

Arts & Culture / By Victoria Lam

This past weekend, we were lucky enough to be invited to attend Shut Up and Dance, a theatrical affair organized by MANNA and presented by the dances of the Pennsylvania Ballet. For decades, MANNA has been on a mission to aid our community in improving health. Did you know… that each month, MANNA prepares and

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Old City Restaurant Serrano Launches New Menu

1 Comment / Restaurants & Bars / By Victoria Lam

On the first evening of spring, Chef Gina Rodriguez of Old City’s restaurant, Serrano, kindly invited us to sample her new seasonal menu. The flavorful foods were nicely paired with wines from the restaurant’s boutique list, and we also got to sip their newly inspired cocktails. The evening started off with light bites that truly

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Spring in the City

2 Comments / This Week in Philly / By Victoria Lam

Spring in any city is a beautiful thing. Daylight savings tells us that the days are officially getting longer, making the weather is brighter. (At 45 degrees F this year, it’s not exactly excitable weather, but it should be sunny!) Here are a few extra things to be excited about as spring is upon Philadelphia:

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Comedy Takes Over a Jazz Cafe

Arts & Culture / By Victoria Lam

On Wednesday night, I accepted an invitation from Elise Thomson-Hohl of the comedy group, Tight Six, to check out NOT JAZZ. This monthly stand-up event at Chris’ Jazz Cafe is presented by the group and showcases local comedians from Philly to New York. You’ll also catch Tight Six members performing their original sketches in between

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Awards Season 2013: Golden Globes

1 Comment / Style & Shopping / By Victoria Lam

Here at Philly PR Girl, we love Awards Season! As mentioned by Tanya on FOX Good Day Philadelphia, neutral makeup was a huge trend at the Golden Globes. Not only did we love the make up trends but we of course loved the fashion trends. Below are our Fav’s: Victoria’s Pick: One of my favorite

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Local Holiday Gift Guide

1 Comment / Style & Shopping / By Victoria Lam

Can there be too many blogger gift guides? Because this city is so diverse, I don’t think so! And there can NEVER be too much shopping! These are my personal and completely non-endorsed holiday picks in the city. Tell them Philly PR Girl sent you! For Mom: duross + langel is my go-to place for

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Dining Out Spotlight: New Restaurants in Town

Restaurants & Bars / By Victoria Lam

It’s been cold and dark when you get home from work and the last thing you want to do is spend time cooking! Try some of these fairly new and fantastic places to check out in the city. Entrepreneur David Magrogan is slowly but surely making an impact in the dining scene in University

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